Senior Citizens Homes in the Suburbs of Philadelphia

Senior citizens homes are the most important abode of many elderly in their lives. Many seniors have different reasons to look for a senior citizens home - aging compounded with physical debility, need for regular nursing care, support for Alzheimer's, lack of help from immediate family, etc. Depending on individual needs, there are multiple options - retirement communities, assisted living, nursing services, companion services, special care for Alzheimer's and dementia, etc.

Several senior citizens homes in PA offer a mix of these services. In suburban Philadelphia, there are many such homes with very good reputation. These are listed below.

Senior citizens homes in PA: Shannondell at Valley Forge is an excellent community for seniors that offers an active lifestyle for seniors - they provide aquatic and fitness centers, a club with swimming and dining facilities, shopping, performing arts center, a golf course, etc. The Main Line Health Center, a premier health-service provide in suburban Philadelphia is located within their community premises and caters medical care and physical therapy to its residents. They also have a special care and nursing community (The Meadows) to support seniors with special needs.

I have a colleague whose parents live in this community. Although expensive, they love it! They are very appreciative of the active lifestyle opportunities in the community and the sense of security from having medical facilities within a stone's throw.

Contact information:
10000 Shannondell Drive
Audubon, PA 19403
(610) 728-5211

Senior citizens homes in PA: Blue Bell Place provides three levels of care for seniors - independent living with house cleaning and emergency services, assisted living with round the clock nursing services, meals and snacks provision, laundry services and recreational programs and memory care for those with Alzheimer's. The community provides a library and supports social get-togethers. They are connected to many medical services providers who visit the community if a need arises.

Contact information:
777 DeKalb Pike
Blue Bell, PA 19422
(610) 277-6443

Senior citizens homes in PA: Sunrise Senior Living in Blue Bell also provides personalized assistance and emergency care to seniors and those with Alzeheimer's. They have trained staff on-site to provide personalized assistance with grooming, continence management, medication coordination, etc. Their activities include bible study, fine-arts, outdoor trips, social events, fitness, etc. They also provide temporary assistance or short-term stay for senior citizens if they need care when recovering from illness or if their family members are away on a vacation or business.

Contact information:
795 Penllyn Pike
Blue Bell, PA 19422
(215) 619-2777

Senior citizens homes in PA: Martins Run is a continuing care retirement community with a Jewish atmosphere and a rabbi in the community. It is run as a not-for-profit organization. They have a health center where 24-hour medical care is available. They have a wide choice of apartments for long-term care and also provide assisted living. They have a wellness center, swimming pool, golf course and an art studio for recreation. They also have scheduled transportation to Philadelphia and nearby areas for shopping, entertainment, etc.

Contact information:
11 Martins Run,
Media PA 19063
(800) 327-3875

Senior citizens homes in PA: Atria Senior Living provides housing for the retired, assisted living and memory care. They also have specially trained staff to handle emergencies. They provide laundry and meal services, housekeeping assistance and local transportation in their community. They have an on-site physical therapy program and a well equipped library with computer and internet for the seniors to use.

Contact information:
1191 Rapps Dam Road, P. O. Box 879
Kimberton, PA 19442
(610) 933-7000